Panasonic GF8 vs Panasonic ZS45

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic ZS45, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and ZS45 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The GF8 was unveiled 14 months later than the ZS45 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GF8 matches up vs the ZS45 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GF8 has got physical measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has specifications of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GF8 and Panasonic ZS45 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the GF8 and the ZS45.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF8 and ZS45 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF8 and ZS45.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The GF8 contains the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The younger GF8 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.